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Ask Stacy: How Can I Fight My Property Taxes?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 19, 2021
This reader thinks her property taxes are too high and wants to appeal her assessment. I’ve been successful challenging mine in two different cities. Here’s how I did it.
43 Awesome Birthday Freebies and Discounts
Maryalene LaPonsie on August 30, 2017
Play your cards right, and you could be enjoying free food, discounts, coupons and goodies just for turning a year older.
3 Steps to Prepare Your Family for a Disaster
Ari Cetron on August 28, 2017
Hurricane Harvey is a reminder that no matter where you live, the slightest shrug of Mother Nature’s shoulders can throw your home into chaos. Take these steps to protect your family.
If You Like Movies, This Is the Best Deal You’ll Ever See, Period
Karla Bowsher on August 25, 2017
A subscription service for movies shown in traditional theaters now costs just $9.95 each month.
Ask Stacy: What Should I Do With a Windfall?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Wednesday night’s $700-million Powerball drawing has rekindled an old question: How should you handle a lump sum of money that lands in your lap? Here’s a step-by-step guide for doing things right.
Watch This — 7 Bad Habits Guaranteed to Make You Miserable
Money Talks News on August 22, 2017
Becoming miserable is a true art. Here are seven habits guaranteed to turn you into a curmudgeon.
The Top 25 Foreign Lands Sending College Students to the U.S.
Jim Gold on August 22, 2017
One of the biggest U.S. exports is sort of an import — college graduates from all over the world. Can you guess where the most come from?
This Is What Milk Cost the Year You Were Born
Maryalene LaPonsie on August 23, 2017
Oh how the times have changed. You won’t believe how cheap milk was in the ‘60s and what the prices are doing now.
Why More Workers and Retirees Are Paying Income Tax Penalties
Karla Bowsher on August 17, 2017
Uncle Sam has been hitting a lot more tax filers with fines for underpaying taxes. Here’s what independent workers, baby boomers and other investors must know to avoid this fate.
Watch This — The History of Consumerism in a Nutshell
Money Talks News on August 15, 2017
Is it possible for a culture to be virtuous at the same time that it shops till it drops? Find out the answer.
$100 Goes a Long Way in This State — Where Does Yours Rank?
Karla Bowsher on August 9, 2017
The true value of a paycheck might make you richer — or poorer — than you think. Here’s why this new data is another reason not to try to keep up with the Joneses.
4 of the 10 Largest U.S. Real Estate Markets Are Now ‘Overvalued’
Karla Bowsher on August 6, 2017
Home prices are rising nationwide, but these markets might be flashing a warning signal.
8 Great Apps to Send College Students to the Head of the Class
Gael F. Cooper on August 1, 2017
These awesome tools can help students grapple with an array of unavoidable tasks — from getting up in the morning to building a bibliography.
Sticker Shock — The Cost of Insuring Teen Drivers in All 50 States
Maryalene LaPonsie on July 23, 2017
Your teen passed the test and got the license. Now the big question: how much will your auto insurance premiums spike? We’ve got a state-by-state rundown.
The Number of Renters Reaches a 50-Year High — but Should You Buy Instead?
Karla Bowsher on July 21, 2017
A house is not a surefire investment. Weigh key factors to determine whether you are better off renting or owning.
FBI Warns Families About Toys That Risk ‘Identity Fraud’
Karla Bowsher on July 19, 2017
Smart toys and other entertainment devices that connect to the internet can jeopardize security and safety. Here’s how to protect your household.
Hidden Parking Costs Rob Drivers of Hundreds of Dollars Each Year
Karla Bowsher on July 17, 2017
Americans are wasting more than they likely realize every time they search for parking.
7 Paint Colors That Boost Home Sale Prices — and 6 That Hurt
Karla Bowsher on July 4, 2017
The colors you paint different areas of your home can increase or decrease the selling price by more than $5,000. Here are the colors to embrace and avoid.
Ask Stacy — 10 Simple Steps to Prevent Rip-Offs, Ransomware and Cyber Attacks
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
While it may seem that big companies would be better able to protect themselves than us little guys, keeping us safe is actually much easier. Here’s all you have to do.
Home Prices Move Higher — What It Means for Sellers and Buyers
Karla Bowsher on June 28, 2017
Housing demand is soaring, and home prices are projected to follow suit. Here’s what every current and potential homeowner should know.
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